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this has been really helpful. i was worried i wasnt going to get much but sounds like washington actually has pretty good unemployment benefits compared to other places
Same here! I was dreading having to file for unemployment but at least the benefits seem reasonable.
One last thing to mention - remember you still have to meet all the job search requirements even if you're getting the maximum benefit. Washington ESD requires 3 job search activities per week and you have to keep a log of what you did.
Yeah they're pretty strict about the job search requirements. Make sure you understand what counts as a valid job search activity.
Exactly. And keep good records because they can audit your job search log at any time.
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Look into temporary assistance programs while you're waiting for this to get resolved. United Way has resources for emergency help with utilities and rent. Don't wait until you're completely broke to ask for help.
That's really good advice. I'll look into what's available in my area.
Also check with your former employer's HR department. Sometimes they have resources or can provide documentation that helps with your claim.
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been getting unemployment for 2 months now and the weekly amount covers my rent and utilities but not much else. budget carefully and apply for everything you qualify for
That's about what I expected. Better than nothing though while job hunting.
yeah definitely better than nothing just dont count on it being enough for your normal lifestyle
The benefit amount calculation can seem complicated but Washington ESD customer service can walk you through it if you can get through to them. I finally reached an agent last week using some callback service and they explained exactly how my amount was calculated.
Thanks everyone for all the info! This gives me a much better idea of what to expect.
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I had to use that Claimyr service too when I couldn't get through to Washington ESD about my eligibility questions. Saved me days of calling and actually got me real answers about my specific situation.
Seems like a lot of people have had success with that. Might be worth trying if I can't get through the normal way.
Bottom line - you need work history in at least two quarters and sufficient wages during your base period. The exact amounts depend on what you earned, but Washington ESD has specific formulas they use to determine eligibility.
Thanks everyone for all the helpful info! This gives me a much better understanding of how it all works.
Zachary Hughes
I think we can all agree that ANY situation involving Washington ESD is pretty much the worst case scenario. Whether it's adjudication, appeals, overpayments, or just trying to file a basic claim, the system seems designed to make people give up. The fact that we're all here comparing horror stories says everything about how broken it is.
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Zachary Hughes
•Right? You'd think a system designed to help people during difficult times would actually be helpful.
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Nora Bennett
•The frustrating part is that most other states have figured out how to make their unemployment systems work reasonably well. Washington ESD seems uniquely dysfunctional.
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Mia Alvarez
After reading all these responses, I'm convinced that the worst type of unemployment situation is whatever one you're currently stuck in. They all suck in their own special way, and Washington ESD seems determined to make every process as difficult as possible. Thanks for sharing your experiences everyone - at least now I know I'm not alone in this mess.
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Lauren Zeb
•Definitely not alone! This thread has been both depressing and comforting at the same time.
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Mia Alvarez
•Exactly! It's good to know other people understand the frustration, even if the situation itself is terrible.
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